Delivering at scale is a challenging problem. Kevin Fleming joins us to give us some tips and tricks that will make our software delivery safer and more reliable, today and as we scale into the future. Join us on the Kyle Rowland Podcast as we dig into this interesting and important topic.

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With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Kevin Fleming brings a deep knowledge on how to successfully deliver complex technology and software. Kevin is currently a Principal Software Engineering Manager at Microsoft focusing on Azure networking delivering scale and reliability to some of Microsoft's largest customers. Known for his strategic leadership and engineering excellence, Kevin fosters collaboration to drive impactful outcomes. His experience blends technical acumen with a passion for empowering teams, making him a driving force in Microsoft's success.

It emerges from a common set of conditions - and so in many ways it is an unsurprising thing to see in large enterprise. However, so-called "Enterprise Architecture", and really any software architecture that hardens into a role or department, is nothing but waste.

On this episode we discuss why that is, and what you can do about it. Like any other deep organizational wound - simply pulling the knife out isn't a great solution. Delicately and skillfully setting up your organziation so that it is no longer dependent on this antiquated solution is the path that the leader should follow.

Thanks for joining us this month - please enjoy the episode!

Coaching is an indispensible part of the engineering leader's work. Knowing how to lift people with respect to both deep technical concerns and difficult people concerns can seem daunting. Though it really boils down to simply being interested in people - and in seeing them meet their potential.

Join us as we discuss this important topic with Danny Kirchmeier on this month's edition of The Kyle Rowland Podcast.

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Danny has 17 years of engineering experience and has a passion for solving problems and mentoring others to grow their passions. He enjoys most working in startups where he has the opportunity to lead, drive impact and make meaningful contributions to a goal.

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Mentioned in the podcast:

The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People - https://a.co/d/1cxdCfa

Good to Great - https://a.co/d/bae7VMg

Wheel of Life - https://positivepsychology.com/wheel-of-life-coaching/